--- title: "Independent Auditor" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b1fd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b1fd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b1fd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b1fd.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DWR CYMRU CYFYNGEDIG" published: "2021-05-17" --- # Independent Auditor Buyer: DWR CYMRU CYFYNGEDIG Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b1fd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02b1fd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02b1fd.json) ## Summary Dwr Cymru Cyfyngedig is conducting a tender for an "Independent Auditor" with an emphasis on accounting, auditing, and fiscal services. This procurement process is currently active, with a tender deadline set for 25th June 2021. The procurement employs a selective method, following a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition. The contract period spans 1,080 days, with options for renewal after the initial 3 years, potentially extending the total duration to 5 years. The procurement is based in Cardiff, UK, ensuring that the work aligns with local regulations and standards. This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in auditing and compliance, as well as those with expertise in water industry regulations. Companies with a strong background in providing independent assurance and auditing services, particularly in the context of performance data and regulatory frameworks, will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could enhance a firm’s portfolio and establish a strong partnership with a leading utility provider, potentially leading to further collaborative opportunities in the public sector. ## Notice * The Reporter will undertake an independent audit role on data which we publish within our Annual Performance Report, CCWater Report, Discover Water and also be flexible to audit any other data as requested, e.g. EA template on Bio-Resources, Ofwat ad-hoc data requests. The Reporter will be expected to have knowledge of the operating structure of the water, wastewater and retail business to the extent that they can challenge the data owners on the accuracy and robustness of the various data. * The Reporter will audit the performance data on our 56 Performance Commitments (PC), as included within the Ofwat Price Review 2019 Final Determination (PR19 FD) and any future Performance Commitments as part of Ofwat Price Review 2024 FD. * The Reporter will review and audit any annual impact on our Outcome Delivery Incentive penalties and/or rewards as per the PR19 FD. * The Report will review and assure the Scheme of Charges/Tariffs in accordance with the respective Charging Rules published by Ofwat. * The Reporter will provide support/guidance and will audit Price Review 2024 documents and data as requested. * Provide independent reporting on historical and forecast regulatory information published by DCC to enable stakeholders and customers to review performance and have confidence in the accuracy of the data and the robustness of the processes followed. * The Reporter will undertake independent reporting and scrutiny on performance data and provide an opinion on the accuracy of reported data and the robustness of the processes to the Dwr Cymru Executive Team , Audit Committee and the DCC Board. * * The Reporter will undertake an annual Security and Emergency Measures Direction (SEMD) audit and audit our Critical National Infrastructure sites once every three years. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Independent Auditor Options: This agreement will be for an initial period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years at the sole discretion of DCWW. This means a possible total duration of 5 years if all options are taken. Renewal: 3 year contract with option to extend for additional 1 = 1 years ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010892-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DWR CYMRU CYFYNGEDIG | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF30 0EH | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Llanrumney | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff East | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79200000 - Accounting, auditing and fiscal services ## Release History - 17 May 2021 at 21:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010892-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.dwrcymru.com - https://dwrcymru-welshwater.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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